1977 Avanti Avanti vs. 1979 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1979 Opel Ascona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Opel Ascona. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 498 kg more than 1979 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Ascona. (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Avanti Avanti | 1979 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Avanti | Opel |
Model | Avanti | Ascona |
Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 2408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |